The flats had to happen

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May 11th 2008

Published: May 11th 2008

Due to a couple of comments from concerned mothers and ex-housemates I feel the need to start this post with an explanation and safety warning. It has been noticed that we have grabbed on to a passing truck to assist our progress when spirits were low,and fears raised that this is unduly risky. The trucks have been travelling at the speed approaching a fast walk (imagine if you will an experienced... Read Full Entry

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Crossing into Kasi

This bridge took us to along a dirst track which started Matt's string of flats. It also lead to Kasi - a town we would rather not have visited.

Puncture no 3

Smiling at the novelty

Puncture no ???

Lost count by then, but amazingly Matt was still smiling.

Tough load

The load towing and balancing required by these ladies put us to shame. Also note the black smoke belching out of the truck. We have often been engulfed by these!

Building in Baoshan

This was the (former) site of out intended guesthouse. Shouldn't have come as a surprise given the pace of building in China, but at the end of a tiring day, punctures and all, it was not a good sight.

Bar in Baoshan

Not many other people there, but check out the decoration on the walls

Some 'tourism' at last

Although we weren't in tourist town yet - between my guidebook and lack of english signage i couldn't work out exactly which temple this was. My bet is Wuhou Si in Taibao Shan Park, on the edge of Baoshan.

Roof detail

Much more colourful than temples i had seen in Laos and Thailand, but with less use of gold leaf.

13 storey pagoda

I think this is a sign suggesting to the chinese how to behave to reduce the culture shock for foreigners. If anyone can translate let me know and i'll send you a full size copy!!

Misleading Marketing

Compare the image on the packet, to the quantity of filling provided. This biscuit is not an exception - the whole packet (and many others consumed) have been like this. I have a good mind to write to Oreos.. Can anyone check a UK/Oz packet for us?

15th May 2008

Andrew Caruso
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Housemates Rebuttal
To be fair, as an ex-housemate, I wasn't too concerned for your safety (although I would be hesitant to grab on to the back of trucks myself), I was more so concerned for your parents reactions, which correct me if I'm wrong, my predictions were on the money.

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